Tag: Assisted dying legislation UK
Starmer wins on assisted dying vote, but not credited
The recent vote on assisted dying saw Sir Keir Starmer's support for Labour MP Kim Leadbeater's bill, along with a majority of Labour MPs. This historic vote has significant implications for the country, but...
Supporting Assisted Dying: Matt Hancock Calls on MPs to Take Action
Matt Hancock, the former health secretary, is calling on Members of Parliament to support the assisted dying bill proposed by Kim Leadbeater. He shared a touching story of a constituent who suffered from terminal...
Liz Kendall Supports Assisted Dying: Cabinet Minister’s Stance
Liz Kendall, the work and pensions secretary, recently announced her support for the assisted dying bill, becoming the first cabinet minister to do so since its publication. The bill, led by Labour's Kim Leadbeater,...
Starmer Vows 81% Cut to UK Emissions Amid Assisted Dying Bill Discussion: Live Coverage
Sir Keir Starmer has made a significant announcement regarding the UK's commitment to reducing emissions by 81% by 2035 during a speech at Cop29. Despite the ambitious target, he emphasized that he would not...